The donkeys are in position, the flags are unfurled and the streets have been beautified. Philly is ready for the Democratic National Convention.
The national political spotlight will be on the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection in the coming days for what will be the Democratic Party’s most LGBT-friendly convention in history. It’s an occasion fitting for the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection, which has been named the country’s most LGBT-friendly city by the Human Rights Campaign.
If you’re visiting us from out of town, welcome! We hope you enjoy the sights and sounds of Philly as much as we do. The city is rightfully heralded as the birthplace of American freedom, and that same spirit of independence still permeates our streets.
A true visit to Philadelphia would be incomplete without a stroll through our Gayborhood, proudly denoted by the city with dozens of rainbow street signs, along with rainbow crosswalks at 13th and Locust streets. The district embodies Philadelphia’s reputation as being a big city with a small-town feel; business and bar owners know one another and their customers, and that same congeniality is sure to be extended to our DNC visitors. Stop in our shops, chat with our restaurant and bar workers, get to know our streets — and make yourself at home!
For locals, the DNC is also a good opportunity to immerse ourselves in Philly’s booming political scene. Attend one of scores of public events being held in the Gayborhood and beyond to mix and mingle with local and national politicos. Learn about LGBT initiatives happening in our city and how you can lend your support to programs elsewhere. While there will be serious politicking going on in Philly, the DNC is also a time for Democrats across the country to socialize, so get out, get active and get involved in the party that is working to advance LGBT progress.